Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Considering a Second Mastectomy?

BREAST CANCER NEWSLETTER
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Week of February 2

In This Issue:
> FDA Panel Urges Ban of Pain Drug
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> Reconnecting After Breast Cancer Treatment
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> Just Diagnosed, Waiting, and Scared
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcml0Ee


Today's Top Story: Considering a Second Mastectomy?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmm0Ef
Removing your other breast to prevent further breast cancer isn't
always necessary, say experts. Read both sides of the issue.
Also See:
> A Guide to Breast Reconstruction
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmn0Eg
> Expert Answers to Your Chemo Questions
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmo0Eh
> Digital Mammograms
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmp0Ei

HEALTH NEWS HEADLINES

> FDA Panel Urges Ban of Pain Drug
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmj0Ec
> Expect More Peanut Butter Recalls
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmq0Ej
> Bioidentical Hormones: Q&A
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmr0Ek
> Women and Depression: Why You're Vulnerable
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcms0El

EDITOR'S PICKS

Reconnecting After Breast Cancer Treatment
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmk0Ed
Breast cancer can take a toll on your sex life, and the sexual side
effects can linger long after treatment stops. But life goes on and so
does the need for intimacy. Find out what you can do.
Also See:
> Nutrition and Exercise Benefit Cancer Fight
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmt0Em
> Weight Loss May Help Reduce Incontinence
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmu0En

More Hot Topics on WebMD:
> 4 Ways to Manage Pain & Depression
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmv0Eo
> Pelvic Pain? New Alternatives for Hysterectomy
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmw0Ep

MEMBERS ARE TALKING

From the Breast Cancer Friend to Friend Support Group Message Board
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcmx0Eq

Just Diagnosed, Waiting, and Scared
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e5HN0Nec4j0Fv0Bcml0Ee
Sound familiar? This member was diagnosed with breast cancer only a
few days ago. She's trying to maintain her equilibrium, but it's not
easy. Read the post and share your experience, strength, and hope.

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